Nick Akerman

Nick is a freelance sports writer and content editor for The Independent who specialises in football and gaming. He has covered many of the world’s biggest sporting events, including the Premier League, Champions League and FIFA Women’s World Cup. He has also managed social media for Soccer Aid, Call of Duty and The Athletic.

<p>Steven Bergwijn (right) and Ronald Koeman’s relationship has seemingly deteriorated </p>

Bergwijn hits back at Koeman: ‘That’s not how you treat players’

<p>James Slipper will draw level with George Gregan on 139 Australia caps </p>

Veteran prop Slipper to equal Wallabies cap record in Argentina clash

<p>Michael Palfrey backed Kim Woo-min (right), who won 400m bronze behind Elijah Winnington </p>

Australian swimming coach sacked after backing rival at Olympics

<p>Manchester City won the last Club World Cup of the previous format</p>

New Club World Cup explained: Format, teams and why it’s controversial